Gymnastics: A trial of endurance
March 21, 2012 • Jessica Xilo, Parents and Teachers Editor
Filed under Legends, Student Life
A determined athlete and caring teammate, Carlie Norczyk is a gymnast at the American Gymnastics Academy and has competed in both several states and countries throughout her athletic career. At the age of three, the sophomore’s mother introduced her to the sport after realizing that she could do a... Read more »
Heels over head
March 21, 2012 • Irene Luna, Editor in Chief
Filed under Legends, Student Life
Ever since kindergarten, Joseph Carter has done flips whenever he had the chance. His random stunts caught the eye of various students and staff, including Mr. Baker, while doing a back flip off of the storage bins behind the school gymnasium. “I just love to jump and make people feel surprised when... Read more »
Discussing the macabre
March 21, 2012 • Gustavo Ramirez, Community Editor
Filed under Student Life
Students in the Expository Reading and Writing Course (ERWC) discuss the functions and implications of genocide throughout Feb. and March to better understand the world and the ramifications of their actions. The genocide course is a specialty unit created by ERWC teachers Mrs. Hill, Ms. Stratford, and... Read more »
Changing up the schedule
March 21, 2012 • Hanna Suarez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Filed under Student Life
The sophomore students at Downey High School were given a new testing schedule to follow for California High School Exit Exam week of March 12-15. The new itinerary not only switched Thursday’s block day to Tuesday but gave the freshmen, juniors, and seniors a late start for Tuesday and Wednesday morning.... Read more »
Reaching for the sky
February 29, 2012 • Jessica Xilo, Parents and Teachers Editor
Filed under Legends, Student Life
As part of the Lance Corporal Kenneth L. Worley Young Marines in Norwalk, California, Beth Abzun earned the title as Division Six Marine of the Year for 2012 as a result of her leadership and determination. As a freshman, she has already demonstrated her ability to stand out even among six-year participants... Read more »
Coming together
February 29, 2012 • Gustavo Ramirez, Community Editor
Filed under Legends, Student Life
With the passing away of Evelyn Garcia’s mother, Downey High School held fundraisers in order to help the Garcia family in their time of need. Teachers and other faculty members who personally knew Garcia assisted her by selling various treats or simply expecting students to give out of the kindness... Read more »
DHS Amigos dance unites education
February 29, 2012 • Marilyn Ramirez, Co-Copy Editor
Filed under Clubs & Organizations, Student Life
DHS Amigos hosted Downey’s first annual Valentine’s Day Dance on Feb. 14 from 11:00 to 1:00, in the gymnasium, for both club members and the special education students. The three advisers for DHS Amigos – Mr. Baker, Ms. Adams, and Ms. Salceda – had hopes of achieving interaction between... Read more »
Vikings support Aéropostale’s Teens for Jeans
February 11, 2012 • Angelica Co, Student Life Editor
Filed under Student Life
For the first time ever on Viking grounds, the student body took part in the Teens for Jeans campaign from Jan. 16 to Feb. 10 to help provide homeless teens nationwide with a pair of jeans. One out of three homeless individuals is under the age of 18. While most teenagers have closets full of clothes... Read more »
Keeping the excitement flowing
February 10, 2012 • Hanna Suarez, Arts and Entertainment Editor
Filed under Spirit, Student Life, Uncategorized
While students face frustration and finals stress, ASB attempts to bring some liveliness and spirit to them with its annual Black Light Spirit Week from Jan. 22 to 28. The week gave the kids at Downey High School opportunities to dress trendy while being reminded of the activities and games that were... Read more »
On her way to Bucknell University
January 22, 2012 • Angelica Co, Student Life Editor
Filed under Seniors, Student Life
While others await their college acceptance letters, senior Cynthia Moreno rejoices at her set future at Bucknell University after she succeeded in winning a full tuition scholarship from The Posse Foundation last December. “It has been a pleasure to have Cynthia in my A.P. Government class. ... Read more »
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